Friday, January 29, 2010

I grew up watching my dad enjoy his few seconds of relaxation a day lounging on his Eames Lounge Chair. The chair was an ugly muddy brown and I had no idea how iconic of a piece it was until he recently died and left it to me. It happens to go with nothing in my apartment but I desperately want to sit on it everyday and figure out a way to not only convince myself but my husband as well that it could work in our hollywood regency / mid century modern with a twist of 2010 apartment. My gut tells me to reupholster it in white leather or vinyl that feels and looks like leather but can withstand the munchkins living in my home and their little visiting friends. Would appreciate any thoughts.

This is for Belle , the daughter of a pal who wants a pink room. I LOVE a strong pink but pale pink is chic to. I have been blessed with all boys but would LOVE LOVE LOVE to have a pink room. Oh to dream

Sunday, January 24, 2010

On of my favorite sites is Decorati - basically you can not only see the work of amazing designers but then they show you where you can find the pieces in the room or something similar. Wanted to share the images I found of Erinn Valenchi on their site Decorati.For me the brighter the better and of course l